What to do in Alexandria, VA

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Places to Visit in Alexandria

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Old Town Alexandria

3/5(1 area review)

Take time in Old Town Alexandria to visit attractions like Market Square and Alexandria City Hall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at King Street Station to see more of the city.

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Old Town West

While you're in Old Town West, take in top sights like Alexandria Black History Resource Center and jump on the metro at Braddock Rd Station to see more of the city.

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Potomac West

While you're in Potomac West, take in top sights like Mt Vernon Ave and jump on the metro at Braddock Rd Station to see more of the city.

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Southwest Quadrant

Southwest Quadrant might not have many top sights, but United States Patent and Trademark Office Museum and Market Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Alexandria West

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

When in Alexandria West, you can plan a visit to Signature Theatre and Green Spring Gardens Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Belle Haven

Belle Haven is well liked for its riverfront. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Alexandria area, you might plan a trip to United States Patent and Trademark Office Museum or George Washington Masonic National Memorial.

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